Hollywood’s Top Horror Films Uncover Chilling Mysteries This Halloween | Hollywood News

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As Halloween approaches, it’s that spine-chilling time of the year again, when the shadows grow longer, the air feels colder, and the horrors we thought were buried come crawling back to life. We’re talking about Hollywood’s most terrifying horror films, the kind that send shivers down your spine, make you double-check your locks, and leave you sleeping with the lights on. Halloween falls on October 31.

If you’re someone who loves exploring the dark secrets, and facing eerie spirits head-on, this list is made just for you. So grab your popcorn, pull up your blanket, and get ready to dive into the world of haunting mysteries and unforgettable jumpscares.

The Exorcist (1973)

The number one film in this list is William Friedkin’s 1973 classic The Exorcist, a film that continues to haunt audiences even decades later. The story follows a single mother, who is desperately trying to save her daughter from a mysterious illness, which soon turns out to be a terrifying case of demonic possession. In a final attempt to rescue her, she seeks help from two Roman Catholic priests who attempt to perform an exorcism. The film was a massive box-office success and earned 10 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director. It won two Oscars, for Best Sound Design and Best Adapted Screenplay.

The Shining (1980)

This 1980 psychological horror is a landmark in Hollywood’s horror history. The film is based on the 1977 novel of the same name, by Stephen King, who wrote it inspired by his stay at The Stanley Hotel in Colorado. The Shining follows Jack Torrance, a writer and recovering alcoholic who becomes the winter caretaker of the remote Overlook Hotel in Colorado. He arrives with his wife, Wendy, and son, Danny, who has a special psychic ability called “the shining,” which lets him see the hotel’s dark past. When a snowstorm traps them inside, Jack slowly goes mad under the hotel’s evil influence and turns against his family.

Directed, produced and written by Stanley Kubrick and also written with Diane Johnson, the film stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd and Scatman Crothers.

The Ring (2002)

Directed by Gore Verbinski, The Ring is one of the most spine-chilling horror films ever made. The story follows Rachel Keller, a journalist who initially doubts a rumor about a cursed videotape that kills its viewers seven days after watching it. However, when four teenagers die mysteriously after viewing the tape, Rachel’s curiosity drives her to investigate. She tracks down and watches the tape herself, which unravels a terrifying mystery behind its deadly curse. The film stars Naomi Watts, Martin Henderson, David Dorfman, and Brian Cox.

Insidious (2010)

Directed by James Wan, Insidious tells the story of the Lambert family, who move into a new house for a fresh start. Their lives soon turn horrifying when their son, Dalton, mysteriously falls into a coma after an accident. As they try to deal with his condition, strange and frightening supernatural events begin to unfold in their home. The film, starring Patrick Wilson, Rose Byrne and Barbara Hershey, serves as the first installment of the Insidious franchise and the third chronologically in the series’ storyline.

The Conjuring (2013)

Directed by James Wan, The Conjuring marks the beginning of the chilling Conjuring Universe. Starring Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Lili Taylor and Ron Livingston, the film follows Carolyn and Roger Perron, who move into a secluded farmhouse with their family, only to experience terrifying supernatural events. Desperate for help, they call in paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, who soon uncover a dark and powerful evil haunting the family.